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AT&T 1856 User Manual

AT&T 1856
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User’s manual
1856
Speakerphone/
answering system with
caller ID/call waiting

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AT&T 1856 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Caller IDYes
Answering SystemDigital
DECT 6.0Yes
Call WaitingYes
Power SourceAC adapter
Volume ControlYes
Ringer ControlYes
RedialYes
MuteYes
FlashYes
Wall MountableYes
TypeCordless
DisplayLCD

Summary

Getting Started

Quick Reference Guide

Provides a visual overview and function of each telephone button for immediate use.

Parts Checklist

Lists all components included in the telephone package to ensure completeness.

Before You Install

Offers guidance on selecting an optimal location for the telephone base, avoiding hazards.

Telephone Base Installation

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the telephone line and power adapter to the base.

Installation Options

Details how to set up the telephone for both tabletop and wall-mounted configurations.

Telephone Operation

Telephone Settings

Allows customization of phone features like contrast, call history logging, language, and area codes.

Making and Answering Calls

Guides on how to initiate, receive, and end calls using the handset or speakerphone.

Last Number Redial

Explains how to redial the most recently dialed phone number with a single button press.

Adjust Ringer Volume

Instructions on how to control the volume level of incoming call alerts.

Options While On Calls

Covers adjusting listening volume, using the Flash function for call waiting, and muting the microphone.

Directory

Memory Capacity

Details the storage limits for speed dial and one-touch dialing numbers.

Directory Card

Information on using the provided card to record and store contact information.

Speed Dialing

Instructions for storing and dialing up to nine numbers using speed dial locations.

One-Touch Dialing

Guide to storing and using three dedicated keys for quick dialing of frequent contacts.

Chain Dialing

Method to split long numbers across multiple one-touch keys for storage.

Caller ID History

Caller ID with Call Waiting Information

Explains requirements and functionality of Caller ID and Call Waiting services.

How Caller ID Works

Details how caller information is displayed and stored in the call history log.

Reviewing Call History

Instructions for navigating and viewing past incoming calls and their details.

Returning Calls from History

How to dial a number directly from the displayed call history.

Dialing Options

Adjusting number format (area code, country code) for dialing from call history.

Deleting or Copying Entries

Procedures for saving call history entries to memory or removing them.

Answering System Operation

Answering System Overview

Details message capacity, memory monitor, voice prompts, and power failure protection.

Message Guard Memory

Explains protection against message loss during power outages.

Answering System Mode

Instructions on how to turn the answering system functionality on or off.

Call Screening and Intercept

Allows listening to incoming messages as they record and taking over the call.

Setting Day and Time Announcements

Guides on setting the date and time for accurate message logging.

Outgoing Announcements

Procedures for recording, playing, and deleting custom outgoing announcements.

Announce Only Mode

Configures the system to play announcements without recording caller messages.

Changing Feature Options

Customizing answering system settings like ring count, message alerts, and remote access codes.

Message Playback

How to listen to new or all messages, adjust volume, and skip/repeat messages.

Recording and Playing Memos

Instructions for creating and listening to personal voice memos.

Recording Phone Conversations

Guides on how to record a phone conversation as an answering system message.

Message Counter Displays

Explanation of various symbols and codes shown on the message counter screen.

Remote Access

Instructions for accessing and controlling the answering system remotely via phone.

Appendix

Display Screen Messages, Tones, and Lights

Explains screen icons, alert tones, and indicator light meanings.

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common telephone and answering system operational issues.

Important Product Information

Key safety precautions, operating guidelines, and product warnings.

FCC and ACTA Information

Details product identifier, REN, network connection compliance, and repair instructions.

Part 15 of FCC Rules

Information on compliance with FCC regulations for radio frequency energy and interference.

Limited Warranty

Covers warranty terms, coverage, duration, exclusions, and service procedures.

Technical Specifications

Lists operational temperature range and power adapter voltage/current ratings.

Remote Access Wallet Card

A quick reference guide for commands to control the answering system remotely.

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